antilog (2)

[jbv]

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> I also have a realy nice thought for a fully programmable digital modular
> synth.
> Basically each module has a micro, with a few ADs and some DAs.
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(SNIP)

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> What do you reckon?
> This is a back burner project at the moment, I'll start it in earnest when
> Ive done my polywave.
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AFAIR, the 2nd version of Elektor Formant (the one with the Curtis chips)
was based on a similar idea... Except patches, everything was controlled
by a Z80 board...

BTW, I've been brainstorming a bit on this idea over the years (who hasn't ?)
and I don't think each module needs to have micro.
I think everything can be controlled from only one of today's fast uC,
and only 1 AD and 1 DA and a multiplexing + S&H system for VC
controls...

As for patches between modules, why bother with switches ?

I think the very sexy thing would be a 100% computer interface for
controlling the analog modular (similar to the Nord modular, except
that the electronics would be real analog, not DSP emulation).
Communication between computer & modules could be done via
RS232 interface, and (why not) through MIDI sysex for patch data...

May be someone is already marketing a similar thing...

jbv